With the arrival of Lent, St Catherine’s of Siena will once again partake in the annual Lenten Mercy Project. During this season of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving, the St Catherine’s Church Lenten Mercy Project gives us the opportunity to participate by supporting a variety of organizations that embody the Corporal Works of Mercy. 

Each weekend during Lent, beginning March 8/9 and continuing through April 12/13, we ask that you consider supporting the identified charity through monetary contributions and/or donation of gift cards (similar to last year, we will not be asking for donations of goods this year, as most charities now prefer cash and gift cards for logistical reasons). Please consider gift cards from grocery stores, Walmart, Target, etc. 

The six charities will be listed in the Bulletin and on the parish website. Donation boxes will be in the atrium and vestibule for both monetary and gift card contributions. Note that you may make monetary contributions through Faith Direct.

Week 1: February 21/22 “Feed the Hungry” Donations are being made to Gifts of Love – Avon, CT. This organization helps meet the basic needs of individuals and families in Central CT experiencing short term financial crisis so they can return to self sufficiency. Financial contributions may be made through Faith Direct by selecting Gifts of Love. Contributions of cash or gift cards from grocery stores can also be dropped off in the collection boxes located in the church atrium and vestibule, where envelopes are available. You may also use your own envelope and label it Gifts of Love. Checks should be made payable to St Catherine of Siena (please specify the organization in the memo section).